attempt
verb (used with object)
to make an effort at; try; undertake; seek.
are attempting
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present progressiveof attempt.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“Any allegation DHS and ICE are attempting to ‘squash’ free speech is categorically FALSE,” the spokesperson said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 4, 2026
Authorities are attempting to make contact with 14 people whom they have failed to reach by cell phone but are not yet presumed missing, Sheriff John Nowels told a press conference Monday.
From Barron's ● Aug. 3, 2026
Scientists working on concepts such as string theory and quantum gravity are attempting to reconcile quantum mechanics with Einstein's theory of relativity, one of the biggest unsolved problems in modern physics.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 5, 2026
Both GM and Ford have struggled with their EV businesses and are attempting to branch out.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 9, 2026
“Little fairy,” it said to her in a completely monotone yet booming voice, “you do not know what you are attempting to do.”
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
